HOLISTICARE HOSPICE, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 985 OLD EAGLE SCHOOL ROAD SUITE 504
WAYNE, PA 19087 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 2, 2012
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CMS Quality Ratings
Composite score combining quality measures and patient survey results.
Based on the CMS Hospice Care Index — 10 operational quality indicators including visits near death, nursing minutes, and care transitions.
CAHPS Hospice Survey — family caregivers rate communication, symptom management, respect, and overall experience.
CMS scores as of May 2026. Quality of Care derived from CMS Hospice Care Index. Patient Satisfaction from the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey. Overall is the equally-weighted average of both. All source data published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Staffing & Capacity
| Role | Staff Count |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 16 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
59
Total Employees
Staffing data as reported to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Inpatient Care and Medical Equipment
Hospices report these services to Medicare when they are certified. This is what HOLISTICARE HOSPICE, LLC reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Arranged through another hospital or nursing home
- Type of inpatient care
- Both general inpatient care and respite care
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Brought in through an outside supplier
Short stays in a hospice inpatient unit, hospital, or nursing home for pain or symptoms that cannot be managed where the patient lives, or to give family caregivers a break.
Equipment and supplies tied to the terminal illness and the plan of care, such as a hospital bed, oxygen, wound supplies, or a wheelchair.
Medicare lets hospices provide these services through arrangements with other organizations. Either way, the hospice stays responsible for the covered care in the patient’s plan of care.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2018.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HOLISTICARE HOSPICE, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
13.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 65th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
159
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
How this hospice compares nationally
Bars show national standing on measures from the CMS Hospice Care Index. A fuller bar means this hospice does better than more of the hospices CMS tracks.
- Nurse care minutes per home care day13.7 min
Ranks better than about 65% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The average minutes of nursing care per day for patients getting routine care at home, based on Medicare claims. More nurse time usually means more hands-on support.
- Skilled nursing on weekends5.6%
Ranks better than about 21% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of skilled nursing time delivered on Saturdays and Sundays. Symptoms do not wait for weekdays, so weekend coverage matters.
- Nurse visits in the last days of life92.7%
Ranks better than about 44% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who got nurse visits in their final days of life. This is when families tend to need the most support.
- Gaps in nursing visits72.2%
Ranks better than about 23% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
How often patients went more than a week without a nursing visit. Fewer gaps mean steadier attention.
- Patients discharged alive early in care4.1%
Ranks better than about 67% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice alive within the first week of care. A rate of 0% means it did not happen to any of their patients.
- Patients discharged alive after 6 months43.6%
Ranks better than about 31% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients discharged alive after six months or more in hospice care.
- Hospital transfers near the end of care6.7%
Ranks better than about 52% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, spent time in the hospital, then came back to hospice.
- Hospital stays that interrupt hospice1%
Ranks better than about 50% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, went to the hospital, and died there soon after.
- Days at higher levels of care (CHC or GIP)52nd percentile
What this measures
The share of care days delivered at higher levels, such as continuous home care or inpatient care. Shown only as a national rank because small percentages round to zero.
- Medicare spending per patient$16,136 · 40th percentile
What this measures
What Medicare paid per patient for this hospice's care. Higher or lower spending is not a quality judgment by itself.
Care steps completed at admissionShow detailsMedicare tracked 9 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 62.3% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.7%
- Pain assessment96.7%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.4%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.2%
- Visits in the last days of life62.3%
- All care steps completed95.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer13%
- Dementia33%
- Heart and circulatory disease21%
- Lung and respiratory disease8%
- Stroke14%
- Other conditions11%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Supportive Care at Holisticare Hospice
Holisticare Hospice, LLC provides end-of-life care for families in Wayne, Pennsylvania. They focus on comfort and dignity during a difficult time. The team works hard to meet the physical and emotional needs of their patients. Situated in Delaware County, they serve the local community with a dedication to hospice standards. Their office is at 985 Old Eagle School Road. Choosing a team for a loved one is a big step. Having a local provider can make a real difference for your family. They strive to keep patients comfortable in their own homes or care facilities. Getting the right support early is key to a peaceful experience. It is about making every moment count when time feels short. That is exactly what they aim to do for the families they serve in this area.
About HOLISTICARE HOSPICE, LLC
Holisticare Hospice, LLC is a for-profit organization. They have been Medicare certified since August 2, 2012. That means they have over a decade of experience meeting federal requirements for hospice care. For-profit status just describes how they are set up as a business. It does not tell you everything about the quality of their care. You should look at how they treat their patients and their families. Families should know that Medicare certification ensures they follow strict safety and care rules. This is a baseline for any hospice you might consider. The team at this location works to balance these rules with personal, warm care. It is a complex job, but they have been doing it for many years. When you meet with them, ask how they handle the daily needs of their patients. Clear communication helps families feel more at ease during the process.
Quality Performance Snapshot
Understanding Hospice Care in WAYNE
Hospice care in Wayne focuses on quality of life rather than curing an illness. The goal is to manage pain and symptoms so a person can live as fully as possible. Most care happens where the patient lives. That could be a private home or a nursing facility. Medicare pays for these services when a doctor says life expectancy is six months or less. The thing is, many families wait too long to start hospice. They think it means giving up hope. Actually, it means choosing comfort and time with loved ones. Skilled nurses, aides, and social workers visit to help the patient and the family. They handle the medical side so you can focus on being a son, daughter, or spouse. It is a support system that wraps around the whole family. You do not have to walk this path by yourself.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking a hospice team is a personal choice. You want people you trust. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home in an emergency. Speed matters when someone is in pain. Next, ask about their staff. Do they have volunteers or chaplains available for spiritual needs? This support is often a huge help to families. You should also ask how they help the family after a loss. Grief support is a core part of hospice care. Finally, ask what makes them different from other local providers. Listen to how they answer. Are they kind? Do they seem to listen to your specific worries? You deserve a team that treats your loved one like a person, not just a number on a chart. Trust your gut feeling after you talk to them.
Preserving Your Family Story
Your loved one has a lifetime of stories, wisdom, and memories that deserve to be kept safe. Capturing these moments now provides a beautiful gift for your family to look back on for years to come.
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